Jurors told salmonella trial may exceed 2 months

ALBANY, Ga. (AP) — The trial of three people charged in a deadly salmonella outbreak linked to a Georgia peanut plant could keep jurors tied up at least two months.

U.S. District Court Judge W. Louis Sands told dozens called for jury selection Wednesday that prosecutors may need eight weeks to present evidence. He dismissed 10 panelists who said a prolonged trial would be a hardship. Attorneys are to pick a final jury Thursday before delivering opening statements.